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Did you know that 68% of the population own a pet? Allowing pets in your property will open your pool of prospective tenants and increase your income. However, pets can cause damage and lead to greater stress for you and nearby neighbors. So, it is important that you know the pros and cons of renting to a pet-owner in order to make a final informed decision. In this article, State Property Management will guide you through the advantages and disadvantages of renting to pet-owners. We will also offer you tips on how to prevent some of the disadv…

Are you looking to improve the safety of your Orlando rental property? Keeping your investment property safe is important for you and your tenants. If renters feel unsafe in a property, they might start thinking about moving to a new place. As a rental owner, it's important to invest in security improvements. Make it known to your tenants that security is among your top priorities. This will help you enjoy a lower tenant turnover rate and increase renter satisfaction. In this article, we are going to list the top ways you can keep your prop…

You might think that your duties as a landlord are over once a tenant has moved out. But what if you are handed mail addressed to them? Is it okay to throw away the letter or read the contents? Both options should not be taken to avoid facing legal issues. You can forward the letter to the tenant if you have their current address. However, if you don’t have information about their new address, this can be a problem for landlords. This article will guide you on how to manage mail intended for former tenants. It will also offer tips on how to av…

Did your tenant recently move out of your rental property? When a tenant moves out, you have to start actively searching for a new tenant to fill your vacant unit. A vacant unit provides no income, so it's important that you make your property rent-ready so that it looks attractive and appealing to new prospective renters. In this article, we are going to take you through 8 tips on how to get your rental unit "rent-ready." So, whether you have a property in Kissimmee, Ocala, Longwood or elsewhere in Florida, these tips will work f…

Have you been finding it hard to capture the interest of prospective tenants for your Orlando rental? Or have you been facing more tenant turnovers in the past months? If you’ve been experiencing the following situations then it’s high time to consider new solutions such as implementing rent concessions. How Do You Define Rent Concessions? As an Orlando property owner, there are instances where you need to be more flexible with your leasing terms. If you need to generate more interest in your rental, then offering rent concessions could be the …